The Foodie Whisperer

Walking up to beautifully lighted Crudo by Pascal Lorange in the early evening and looking in the front door is almost awe-inspiring. You’re enthralled by the light, white, airy, grand space with 18′ ceilings and the simple, tasteful, modern decor. A touch of flowy classicism causes you to scan longingly around the dining room, nurturing the not unrealistic expectation that…

On our recent journey eating our way through New York City, not surprisingly, many of the “old school” classic dishes were show stoppers. I suppose they would kinda have to be to have survived so long, huh? There was one in particular, a standout, long time NYC favorite that I can’t stop thinking about –…

I thought I’d be cruising in under the radar on a Wednesday night to grab a quick bite of the newest Chef Daniel Pundik creation at Local Tap House & Kitchen, one of Oceanside’s dining mainstays the last few years and huge local favorite. Instead, I got waitlisted, ate enough to feed a family of four…

Some things you just gotta do or try once, which is pretty much my life’s mission when it comes to traveling and eating. So, grabbing an authentic New York hot dog during our recent visit to the big city was on the “must do” side of “The List”. The tough decision was…which one? It would have been easy…

I thought I was ready. I had picked the brains of good friends and clients that had lived extended periods in NYC or were born and bred New Yorkers. I researched the history, studied the maps, prepared my lists, made my reservations and, most importantly, conserved my energy and laid low for weeks before heading out to…

The American Dream of yesteryear is a fossil, relegated to the status of poignant lore and the occasional reminiscence of now extinct white picket fences, accessible home ownership and lifetime security at a steady job. It’s still out there, unicorn-like in its elusiveness, occasionally spotted dashing through a forest wooded with student loan debt, a decade of economic sluggishness…

Well over half my lifetime ago, I spent some damn fine time doing man stuff with my brothers in the United States Marine Corp. My Vietnam era Drill Instructors and older brother added to the WWII and Korean experiences that my Dad had imparted on our family, which was almost its own branch of the military, and the…

In an election year where it feels like the fate of civilization as we know it hangs in the balance, if you believe the “experts” barfing their opinions in all corners of Internetlandia, it can be hard to remember that there are real people living real lives all around us who don’t just debate or…

After almost a week of pre and soft opening events and meals, Decoy Dockside Dining in Lake San Marcos is set to officially open tomorrow, Tuesday, August 30th. A sneak peek at some of Decoy Dockside Dining’s Executive Chef DJ Tangalin’s new menu reveals upscale offerings and recognizable ingredients with unique preparations and impressive flavors that haven’t been available on…

As the courageous, local, urban farmer toiled thanklessly in dire, drought stricken conditions, a lone, gentleman, cowboy, flamenco guitarist materialized like an apparition in the midst of the field to ease his burden. Either that, or having a good friend playing guitar in the field is a helluva great start to what ended up being a summer picnic extraordinaire…

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The Foodie Whisperer

I'm Sheen and welcome to my food blog! If you love food, cooking and travel, keep an eye out here. Check out restaurant reviews and experiences in the Dining Out section, recipes and equipment In the Kitchen or live on the wild side and reach into The Candy Jar - where you never know what you're gonna get. Enjoy!